TP-Link TL-WR802N wireless router Quick Installation Guide

TP-Link TL-WR802N wireless router

Router Mode
If your internet comes from an Ethernet outlet, connect the router’s WAN port to it, then skip steps 1, 2, and 3.

Configure the router

1. Connect your computer to the router (Wired or Wireless)
   Wired
   Turn off the Wi-Fi on your computer and connect it to the router via an Ethernet cable.
   Wireless
   Find the product label at the bottom of the router.
   Use the default network name (SSID) and password to join the network.
   Tip: If you are using a smartphone or tablet, you can also scan the QR code to join the preset network directly.

2. Launch a web browser, and enter http://tplinkwifi.net or http://192.168.0.1 in the address bar. Create a password to log in.
   Note: If the login window does not appear, please refer to FAQ > Q1.

3. Follow the step-by-step instructions to set up the internet connection.

Note: If you are not sure of the Connection Type, please click AUTO DETECT or contact your ISP (Internet Service Provider) for help.

Tether App

The TP-Link Tether app provides a simple, intuitive way to access and manage your router. Scan the QR code to download Tether from the Apple App Store or Google Play.

Access Point Mode

In this mode, the router transforms your existing wired network into a wireless one.

• Power on the router.
• Connect the router’s WAN port to your wired router’s Ethernet port via an Ethernet cable as shown above.
• Connect a computer to the router via an Ethernet cable or wirelessly by using the SSID (network name) and Wireless Password printed on the label at the bottom of the router.
• Launch a web browser and enter http://tplinkwifi.net in the address bar. Create a password to log in.
• Click Change Mode in the top right corner and select Access Point Mode. Wait for the router to reboot.
  Tip: You can also go to Advanced > Operation Mode to switch to Access Point Mode. Use http://tplinkwifi.net to log in to the web management page and follow the step-by-step instructions to set up the internet connection.

Range Extender Mode

In this mode, the router boosts the existing wireless coverage in your home.

Configure

• Place the router next to your host router and power it on.

• Connect a computer to the router via an Ethernet cable or wirelessly by using the SSID (network name) and Wireless Password printed on the label at the bottom of the router.

• Launch a web browser and enter http://tplinkwifi.net in the address bar. Create a password to log in.

• Click Change Mode in the top right corner and select Range Extender Mode. Wait for the router to reboot.
  Tip: You can also go to Advanced > Operation Mode to switch to Range Extender Mode.

• Use http://tplinkwifi.net to log in to the web management page and follow the step-by-step instructions to set up the internet connection.

Relocate
Place the router about halfway between your host router and the Wi-Fi “dead” zone. The location you choose must be within the range of your existing host network.

WISP Mode

In this mode, the router connects to the ISP network wirelessly in areas without wired service.

• Power on the router.

• Connect a computer to the router via an Ethernet cable or wirelessly by using the SSID (network name) and Wireless Password printed on the label at the bottom of the router.

• Launch a web browser and enter http://tplinkwifi.net in the address bar.
  Create a password to log in.

• Click Change Mode in the top right corner and select WISP Mode. Wait for the router to reboot.
  Tip: You can also go to Advanced > Operation Mode to switch to WISP Mode.
  Use http://tplinkwifi.net to log in to the web management page and follow the step-by-step instructions to set up the internet connection.

Appearance

• To avoid device damage, do not disconnect or power off your router during the upgrade.

Most Commons Questions

• Q1. What can I do if the login window does not appear?

  • Reboot your router and try again.
  • If the computer is set to a static IP address, change its settings to obtain an IP address and DNS server address automatically.
  • Verify that http://tplinkwifi.net or http://192.168.0.1 is correctly entered in the web browser. Alternatively, enter http://192.168.1.1 in the web browser and press Enter.
  • Use another web browser and try again.
  • Disable and then enable the network adapter being used.

• Q2. What can I do if I cannot access the internet when in Router mode?

  • Reboot your modem and router, then try again.
  • Check if the internet is working normally by connecting a computer directly to the modem using an Ethernet cable. If it is not, contact your Internet Service Provider.
  • Log in to the web management page of the router, and go to the Network Map page to check whether the WAN IP address is valid or not. If it is not, check the hardware connection or contact your internet service provider.
  • For cable modem users, log in to the web management page of the router. Go to Advanced > Network > Internet and locate the MAC Clone section. Select Clone Current Device MAC, and click SAVE. Then reboot both the modem and the router.

• Q3. How do I restore the router to its factory default settings?

  • With the router powered on, press and hold the WPS/RESET button on the back panel of the router for more than 5 seconds until the Internet LED blinks. The router will reboot.
  • Log in to the web management page of the router. Go to Advanced > System >Backup & Restore (or System > Backup & Restore in Access Point Mode or Range Extender Mode), and locate the Factory Default Restore section. Then Click FACTORY RESTORE. The router will restore and reboot automatically.

• Q4. What can I do if I forgot my web management password?
  Refer to FAQ > Q3 to reset the router, then create a password to log in.

• Q5. What can I do if I forgot my wireless network password?

  • The factory default wireless password is printed on the label of the router.
  • Connect a computer directly to the router using an Ethernet cable. Log in to the router’s web management page, and go to Wireless to obtain or reset your wireless password.

Safety Information

• Keep the device away from water, fire, humidity, or hot environments.
• Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device.
• Do not use a damaged charger or USB cable to charge the device.
• Do not use any other chargers than those recommended.
• Do not use the device where wireless devices are not allowed.
• The adapter shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.

For technical support, replacement services, user guides, and other information, please visit https://www.tp-link.com/support, or simply scan the QR code.

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If you have any suggestions or needs on the product guides, you are welcome to email techwriter@tp-link.com.cn.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many devices can connect to TP-Link wireless router?

RE815XE takes full advantage of tri-band, empowering up to 96 devices with lightning-fast 5400 Mbps speed. With the 6 GHz band serving as its backhaul, all of your connected devices receive phenomenal connectivity.

What is the purpose of a TP-Link wireless router?

The TP-Link Wifi Router is a new type of router that can provide wireless internet access to multiple devices in your home. It is a dual-band router with an Ethernet port, which means it can be used with your cable internet connection as well as other wireless devices.

How do I know if the TP-Link is connected to the WiFi?

Open a web browser and type http://tplinklogin.netor the default IP address of your router in the address bar (The default IP address is at the bottom of the router. Usually it’s http://192.168.0.1 or http://192.168.1.1). Press Enter.

How many users can connect to a router?

Many individual wireless routers and other access points can support up to approximately 250 connected devices. From a wired perspective, routers can accommodate a small number (usually between one and four) of wired Ethernet clients with the rest connected over wireless.

How many routers can be connected?

Yes, using two (or even more than two) routers on the same home network is possible. The benefits of a two-router network include Support for more wired devices: If the first router is wired Ethernet, it supports a limited number of connected devices (typically only four or five).

What is the range of the TP-Link router?

Under unknown environmental factors, we can say that range of 2.4GHz is about 60 feet (20 meters) and 5GHz is within 45 feet (15 meters) to guarantee a good networking experience.

What is the full form of TP-Link?

The company name was based on the concept of “twisted pair link” invented by Alexander Graham Bell, a kind of cabling that reduces electromagnetic interference, hence the “TP” in the company name.

Can TP-Link router see history?

Yes, just like the Asus and TP-Link routers, Netgear also keeps logs which are needed for diagnosing any particular issue that happens with the device or network.

How many IP addresses can a router have?

Most home routers aren’t even capable of creating multiple subnets, but we will assume you have a really nice home router that can. Your router will only have 254 usable network addresses on a typical home network. Most routers have a network IP address of 192.168.

Can a router connect more than two networks?

You can set up two separate internet connections to your single router. This is definitely the most secure option, but not the most cost-effective. Still, you can call your current internet service provider (ISP) or another to set up the second connection

Can one router have multiple IP addresses?

Your router itself has multiple IP addresses. It has a public IP address, a private “management” IP address, and then additional private IP addresses for each device in addition to the router’s internal IP, which is your LAN default gateway.

What type of network is a router?

A router is a layer 3 or network layer device. It connects different networks together and sends data packets from one network to another. A router can be used both in LANs (Local Area Networks) and WANs (Wide Area Networks).

What are the 4 types of routers?

They are wired routers, wireless routers, core routers, edge routers, and VPN routers. Basic information for the above is provided for you when choosing the right one among the various routers

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